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Sharing the joy of diversity

Students of Narre Warren South P-12 College have united after gathering on Tuesday 20 August to celebrate Multicultural Day.

The day featured performances by an African dance group, the talented Hairspray team, Pasifika choir, and Afghani dances.

Four food trucks attended selling kebabs, little Dutch pancakes and traditional Maori food.

“Cultural diversity is a feature of the College community with at least 50 ethnic groups being represented speaking 64 languages,” student voice and agency spokeswoman Jo Keating said.

Students and staff were encouraged to dress in traditional and cultural clothing, and also brought traditional food to share.

The performances began with a presentation of a wooden plaque to the principal Mr Rob Duncan recognising the original custodians of the land.

Year 11 student voice captain Eddie Toleafoa came up with the idea for the day after suggesting the school needed a forum to celebrate their cultures.

 

 

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